Inclusion through economic activity: The beneficial effects of participation in ateliers et chantiers d'insertion , and autonomy support in supervision on developing psychological resources favorable to employment

Introduction. - This study examines the impact of Ateliers et Chantiers d'Insertion (ACI) on the development of psychological resources that support reemployment. Objectives. - The study has two objectives: first, to test the effect of ACI on key variables related to return to/maintenance in employment, such as self -efficacy, psychological distress, and basic need satisfaction; and second, to determine which form of support, autonomy support or control, is best suited for ACI employees. Method. - The study surveyed 109 employees from different ACIs in C & ocirc;te-d'Or to assess their perceptions of support style and the presence of psychological resources that support reemployment/maintenance in employment. It was expected that (1) the employees would declare more psychological resources at the time they took this survey, compared to before passing into the ACI, and (2) that the perception of support that promotes autonomy would be associated with these same psychological resources. Results. - The results show that employees reported greater psychological resources at the time of the survey compared to before joining ACI, and that a perception of support that promotes autonomy is associated with these same resources. Conclusion. - These findings suggest that ACIs have a positive impact in helping employees return to or remain in employment, and that autonomy support is effective in developing these resources. The study provides recommendations for professionals in the field on how to promote autonomy in ACIs. (c) 2023 Societe Franc , aise de Psychologie. Published by Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved.